The Childfree Bookshelf
The Childfree Guide to Life and Money
The Childfree Guide to Life and Money is a practical financial-planning resource for Childfree and Permanently Childless people. Dr. Jay Zigmont, CFP®, explains how money decisions—from careers and housing to taxes, investing, and retirement—look different when children are not part of the plan. Using his eight No-Baby Steps, he helps readers move beyond the traditional LifeScript and build a life around their own goals. Whether single, partnered, or creating a chosen-family future, readers will learn how to design their lives, organize their finances, and pursue Financial Independence, Live Early.
Portraits of Childfree Wealth
Portraits of Childfree Wealth explores how choosing not to have children can shape life, wealth, and finances. Drawing from interviews with 26 Childfree individuals and couples across the United States, Dr. Jay Zigmont, CFP®, shares a wide range of experiences—from people struggling to make ends meet to those who have achieved financial independence.
These stories challenge the assumption that being Childfree automatically means having more time or money, while highlighting the diverse realities of an often misunderstood community. The book offers relatable insights for Childfree readers and a valuable perspective for parents and financial professionals.
